Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs Kubota K008-5
The JCB 3T-2 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,370kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 3T-2 has 11kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 3T-2 is the bigger machine by 1,370kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | 975kg |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | 7.6kW |
| Payload | 3000 kg | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, Kubota K008-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
- you want one that has 11kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,370kg
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 3T-2 and the Kubota K008-5?
The JCB 3T-2 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,370kg. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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